shred
Example Sentences
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This vise—wanting to keep her job, but also any remaining shred of her anti-war credibility—has been reflected in her statements since Kent’s departure.
From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026
As he fumbles with his out-of-tune Flying V, looking ready to shred in a thrash band, the crowd cheers for his success despite his self-doubt.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026
She and some 20 other girls are participating in an inaugural Surf Academy which requires they enrol in school, incentivised by the chance to shred waves.
From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026
There isn't a shred of evidence that Nancy was the right man for this pressure-filled job.
From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026
He sucked every shred of meat and fat off the bones, and crunched up every morsel of crisp, salty skin.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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